Response from the owner:Hi G, Thank you for the awesome review! You definitely made us smile. We’re thrilled to hear you loved the burgers, enjoyed the drinks, and most of all, that Amanda made such a lasting impression. She truly cares about our guests, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with her. Knowing she turned a “California snob” into a regular is about as high a compliment as we could ask for! Thanks for making Modern Plate your go-to spot in the Chicago area. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another burger and a properly poured drink. – The Modern Plate Team 🍔🍻😊

Response from the owner:Hi Nineveh, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re honored you chose to celebrate Father’s Day lunch with us and are thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience from start to finish. It’s great to know our team made you and your family feel welcome, especially your children. We believe great hospitality is just as important as great food, and we’re happy our staff helped make your visit memorable. We’re also delighted you enjoyed the Espresso Martini, cocktails, calamari, pot roast sandwich, and Tuscan panini. Hearing that every dish hit the mark and that you’re already planning your next visit means the world to us. Thank you again for your kind words and support. We can’t wait to welcome you and your family back to Modern Plate to try even more of the menu! – The Modern Plate Team 🍽️😊🍸

Response from the owner:Hi Mellow Yellow, Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re so glad you enjoyed both the food and service during your visit. It’s great to hear that the fish tacos were a hit, they’re one of our favorites too! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back to Modern Plate again soon for another great meal. – The Modern Plate Team 🌮😊🍽️

Response from the owner:Khalil, thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you and your family had a great time gathering with us for brunch and lunch. Providing attentive service and a welcoming experience is what we strive for, so it’s great to know our team helped make your visit enjoyable. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you and your family back again soon! 🍽️✨

Response from the owner:Melissa, thank you for choosing Modern Plate for your first visit and for taking the time to share such detailed feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the outdoor patio, the Tito’s Strawberry Lemonade, and the Chicken Tinga Eggrolls. It’s also great to hear that our team provided fantastic service and helped make your experience a positive one. We appreciate your feedback regarding the turkey avocado club. Guest input like yours helps us continue to improve, and we’ll be sure to share your comments with our kitchen team. Thank you again for your kind words, and we’re thrilled to hear you’ll be back. We look forward to welcoming you again soon for another great meal! 🍽️✨

Response from the owner:Chris, thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you and your friend chose to stop in while visiting the umbrella exhibit and that you had such an enjoyable lunch with us. The crab cakes, sliders, and roasted cauliflower are all great choices, and we’re happy to hear they exceeded your expectations in both flavor and portion size. It’s also great to know your server helped make the experience even better with attentive service. Thank you for your kind words about the value, atmosphere, and convenience of our location. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back to Modern Plate again soon! 🍽️✨

Response from the owner:Bob, thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. It’s especially great to know the Anthony Bourdain posters and mid-century modern vibe stood out to you, we love creating a space that feels both welcoming and unique. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with our hostess team as well. Providing attentive service and a great dining experience is what we’re all about. Thank you for recommending us as a go-to spot in Elmhurst. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back again soon! 🍽️✨

Response from the owner:Susan, thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, atmosphere, and overall vibe of Modern Plate. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Holly and Jason. Holly takes great pride in providing attentive service, and Jason loves connecting with our guests, so they’ll both appreciate the shoutout. We’re also glad you enjoyed our outdoor seating — it’s one of our favorite spots this time of year! Thank you for the recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another great meal and experience. 🍽️✨

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and had such a positive experience with our team. Comments like yours mean the world to us because we work hard to make every guest feel welcome and well taken care of. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon. Thanks for dining with us!